Common Herbs for Natural Health (Herbals of Our Foremothers)

"Some people might question starting off as a novice with an herbal written primarily from a European perspective. When I was recommended this book, I was somewhat skeptical of what I might learn. I was a bit disappointed at first, because some of the herbs I found weren't even native to my continent.

However, over time, I have grown to love this book, as well as the author. The reason this book is so great isn't just the information about the herbs - there is similar information in many places. The book is great because as you read it, you begin to FEEL the herbs. You begin to gain a sense of what true herbalism is.

In our Western culture, we often think of herbal medicine in the same way we think of modern medicine. When you are sick, you take something. It goes away. You are now well. The end. This book counters that attitude - subtly, yet in a very profound way. This book encourages the reader to think of HEALTH, not just healing. To pursue an ongoing relationship with the plants of the earth - not just a one time quick fix for what ails you (although there is plenty of that information as well.)

If you are like me, and NEW to the entire concept of herbal healing - do yourself a favor and purchase this book. There are more comprehensive books out there about specific herbs - especially North American ones - but if you TRULY want to gain the proper perspective about herbs and your health, this book is priceless.

I also recommend books by Susun Weed. Her writings are similar in keeping in tune with the SPIRIT of herbalism, not just facts about individual herbs."
~ Written on 2008-02-07

"One must first note this herbal was first published in the U.K. You gotta love the older herbals written before the over-inflated danger warnings, suppressions of the medical society and fears of legal action. Yes, herbs are medicine, but also food. With a little guidance and a lot of common sense & caution, herb use can safely serve many. Lots of great info on 200+ herbs with a simplistic approach to use, charms the reader to say "Encore"! Suffice to say, "I'm a pleased purchaser"."
~ Written on 2007-07-24

"This book is easy to read, easy to understand and covers many herbal remedies. Designed for the practitioner and the home-user. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in herbal medicine."
~ Written on 2007-05-16

"This author is The Matriarch of Herbalism among the inner
circle, which includes well known practicing herbalists,
"celebrity" herbalists, other authors, and many thousands
of community herbalists all over the world.
My 30 year old copy- my very first herb book -
is falling apart so I just ordered another because it
contains a lifetime of tried and true herbal information
for personal and professional practice. Anyone starting
out in their understanding of this field, as well as
anyone who has been studying for years, should have this,
and all her books, on their shelves, and use them! If
you do, you will "get it".

This book is recommended to educate and enlighten those
who have been brainwashed by the media to think "herbs
are drugs", or poisons, or worse- as it clears up issues
of practical usage, and proper usage, and everyday
applications, by someone with decades of experience ,
well respected the world over. It contains useful, full
descriptions of many common herbs (the "materia medica"),
some not so common, some , in older versions, which may
have fallen out of use or access. A story emerges of herbal
use all over the planet for health care, and along with
this information, the author shares her insights into
incorporating natural living to promote robust health
and vitality.

No fads here- just classical, timeless, tried and true,
unchanging , eternally helpful enlightenment."
~ Written on 2006-07-12

"The author of this book lived and breathed hebal medicine. She used it on her family and animals. She has proven the usefulness fo using herbs. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in using the natural approach to healing."
~ Written on 2005-08-05